Hitchcock County Jail

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Hitchcock County Jail Information

Hitchcock County Jail is a 30-bed jail located in Trenton, Hitchcock County, Nebraska. For inmate information, you can call them at any time at 308-334-5148.

This facility handles the booking and processing of individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on the charges, they may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until the conclusion of their trial.

The inmate search tool allows you to view the jail’s roster and find out who is currently in custody.

Those sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Inmates with longer sentences are transferred to either the Nebraska State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on inmate services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It is helpful to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, you can call Hitchcock County Jail at 308-334-5148 for assistance.

Phone: 308-334-5148

Physical Address:
229 East D Street
Trenton, NE 69044

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044

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How Do You Find Someone in the Hitchcock County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 308-334-5148 for the information you are looking for.

Hitchcock County Jail Inmate Search

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.

The Hitchcock County Jail maintains an average of 30 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hitchcock County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Hitchcock County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 600 offenders.

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About the Hitchcock County Jail

The 30-bed Hitchcock County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Hitchcock County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year. 

It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.

If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 308-334-5148, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.

Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment. 

Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks. 

The Hitchcock County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills. 

Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided. 

Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit. 

Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program. 

Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page

All personal mail is sent to: 

Inmate's Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044

Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.

Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:

Inmate's Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking procedure at Hitchcock County Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Hitchcock County Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.

The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.

The booking process at Hitchcock County Jail includes the following steps:

  • Personal identification confirmation.
  • Mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
  • DNA collection may be required.
  • Conducting a thorough body search.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Providing a phone call.

The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 308-334-5148.

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Directions / Map to the Hitchcock County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to handle bail after an arrest in Hitchcock County

If someone has been booked at Hitchcock County Jail in Trenton, their next steps may include:

1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 308-334-5148.

There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.

  • Bail payments can be made with cash, credit, or money orders.
  • Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Hitchcock County.
  • Property within Hitchcock County may also be used to cover the bail amount.

For a full guide to the bail process in Hitchcock County, Nebraska, visit the Hitchcock County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Hitchcock County Jail Inmate Visitation

229 East D Street
Trenton, NE 69044
308-334-5148

  • Visitation must be scheduled 24 hours in advance by calling 308-334-5148
  • If you arrive unscheduled, than no visit. No exceptions.
  • If you late, you will only get to visit for the remaining time. No excuses. No exceptions.
  • There are no visits on holidays.

Male inmates are allowed visitors on the following days only:
Tuesdays:
2:00P.M. to 3:00P.M.
Fridays:
10:00A.M. to 11:00A.M.

Female inmates are allowed visitors on the following days only:
Tuesdays:
10:00A.M. to 11:00A.M.
Fridays:
2:00P.M. to 3:00P.M.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail?

You can deposit money four different ways:

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Hitchcock County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Hitchcock County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with correctpay by creating an account.
  • Select Nebraska, then select Hitchcock County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
  • You can deposit money four ways:
  • Deposit online at correctpay.com.
  • Deposit at the VendEngine kiosk in the Hitchcock County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Hitchcock County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail?

Hitchcock County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase phone calling time from this jail’s inmate phone calling service.

You can deposit money four different ways:

Cost to Send Money
To deposit between $1.00 and $300.00 the fee ranges from $1.50-$2.95, plus an additional 5%. 
*Rates are subject to change.

Examples:  

  • Deposit $100.00, your fee will be as high as $7.95.  Your inmate will receive $92.05.
  • Deposit $300.00, your fee will be as high as $17.95.  Your inmate will receive $282.05.

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24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail, and what can I send them?

Hitchcock County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Hitchcock County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Hitchcock County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Hitchcock County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Hitchcock County Jail standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044

Hitchcock County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Hitchcock County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Hitchcock County Jail:
Inmate's Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail, and what can I purchase?

Hitchcock County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase Commissary and/or Gift Packs from this jail’s commissary service.

You can deposit money four different ways:

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24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Hitchcock County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Hitchcock County Jail? What does it look like?
Other Jails Nearby

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